Double Base Powders - Enduron®

SAFETY DATA SHEET

June 2017

The following smokeless powders

are distributed by
IMR Legendary Powders

IMR 4166
IMR 4451
IMR 4955
IMR 7977
IMR 8133

1.4C EX Approval= (EX-2016090561)

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 Material Safety Data Sheet
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical
Systems–Canada Valleyfield Inc. Emergency phone number
55, rue Masson 24 hours : 1-888-922-3330
Valleyfield (Québec) Emergency Response Plan ERP2-1693
Canada J6S 4V9

SECTION I – PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Product name : XPR40C2 – CMR-170

WHIMS classification :
Division : not controlled
Subdivision : not controlled
GD Part number : XPR40C2
Chemical formula : N/AP
Product use : Double base propellant powder
CAS number : N/AP
MSDS number : 13F302

SECTION II – PHYSICAL / CHEMICAL DATA

Physical state and Black granular solid

appearance :
Molecular weight : N/AP
Vapour density (air = 1) : N/AV
Boiling point (°C) : N/AP
Odour : N/AV
Vapour pressure : N/AV
Evaporation : N/AP
Melting point (°C) : Decomposes
pH : N/AV
Coefficient of water / oil N/AV
distribution :
Density : 1.60 g/cm3 SS
Solubility in water (20°C) : N/AP

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SECTION III – COMPOSITION

Ingredients % wt TWA CAS number

Nitrocellulose 66 – 94 None 9004-70-0
Nitroglycerine 1.0 – 15.0 2 mg/m3 55-63-0
Potassium sulphate 0.0 – 2.0 N/AV 7778-80-5
Graphite 0.0 – 0.5 10 mg/m3 7782-42-5
Ethyl Centralite 0.5 – 2.0 85-98-3
Methyl Centralite 6.0 max N/AV 611-92-7

SECTION IV – FIRE AND EXPLOSION INFORMATION

Flash point (°C) : N/AP

Autoignition temperature (°C) :
Upper flammable limit (volume %) :
Lower flammable limit (volume %) :
Flammability ? :
If yes, under what conditions ? :
Means of extinction :
Special procedures :
Hazardous combustion products :
Explosion data :
Sensitivity to mechanical impact or to static
discharge :
170°C
N/AV
N/AV
YES NO
Heat, open flame, static discharge and impact.
Water can be used from a distance.
Evacuate immediately. Do not fight fire.
Carbon oxides (CO, CO2) and Nitrogen (NOx).
This product is explosive and will ignite at high temperature, with
an open flame or with a spark.
Sensitive to static discharge and impact.

SECTION V – REACTIVITY DATA

Chemical stability : YES NO

If no, under what conditions ? : Heat, open flame and sparks.
Incompatibility to other substances ? : YES NO
If so, which ones ? : Strong alkalis, strong acids and ignition sources.
Reactivity and under what conditions : N/AP
Hazardous decomposition products : Nitrogen oxides (NOx).

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SECTION VI – HEALTH HAZARD DATA

Route of entry :
Skin absorption
Inhalation
Ingestion
Skin contact
Eye contact

Exposure limits (TWA) : N/AP

Irritancy (product) : Is irritating to the eyes and to the respiratory tract.
Sensitization to product : N/AV
Cancerogenicity : N/AV
Teratogenicity : N/AV
Reproductive effects : N/AV
Synergistic materials : N/AV
Mutagenicity : N/AV
Effects of acute exposure to Irritation of the eyes and the upper respiratory tract (nose and throat), followed
product : by coughing.
Effects of chronic exposure to N/AV
product :
Toxicological data :
Products Species DL50 oral DL50 skin CL50 inhalation
Nitroglycerine Rat 80 mg/kg N/AV N/AV
Dinitrotoluene Rat 278 mg/kg N/AV N/AV
Diphenymaline Rat > 1500 mg/kg N/AV N/AV
Diphenymaline Rabbit N/AV > 5000 mg/kg N/AV

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SECTION VII – PREVENTIVE MEASURE

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Gloves and clothing : Cotton gloves and clothing (anti-static). Change frequently.
Eye protection : Safety glasses with lateral protection.
Footwear : Anti-static conductive shoes.
Other : Safety shower and safety eye shower could be available.
Respiratory protection : If ventilation is insufficient, wear a dust mask or a cartridge respirator.
Engineering controls : N/AV
Handling procedures and Explosives, will ignite if exposed to sudden heat.
equipment :
Storage requirements : Store away from source of ignition and heat.
Special shipping information :
Hazard Class : 1.3C
UN number : UN 0161
Shipping name : Powder smokeless
EX number : 2009080483 (XPR40C2)
2007070017 (CMR-170)
Subsidiary risk : Ø
Packing group : II
Special shipping information:
(Equivalency certificate)
Hazard Class : 4.1
UN number : UN 3178
Shipping name : Flammable solid inorganic NOS (small arms propellant)
EX number : 2009080483 (XPR40C2)
2007070017 (CMR-170)
Subsidiary risk : Ø
Packing group : II

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SECTION VIII – FIRST AID MEASURES

Skin : Wash contaminated area with soap and water.

Eye : Keeping eyes open, rinse immediately with running water for at least 15 minutes.
Inhalation : Move victim to fresh air. If victim is not breathing give CPR. Give oxygen, keep
victim warm and get medical help.
Ingestion : Consult a physician.
Other and advice to doctor : N/AV

SECTION IX – ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION INFORMATION

Environmental effects : N/AV

Deactivating chemicals : N/AV
Steps to be taken in the event of a Be sure to wet powder thoroughly before picking up with conventional methods.
spill or a leak :
Waste disposal : Incinerate at an approved site.

SECTION X – PREPARATION INFORMATION

Prepared by : General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems–Canada Valleyfield Inc.

Telephone number : 450-371-5520
Fax number : 450-377-7873
Date : June, 2013

To the best of our knowledge, the information contained in this document is exact. However, neither the above-
mentioned supplier nor any of his branches can assume responsibility regarding the exactitude of the information
contained in this document. The final determination of the suitability of any material or product is the exclusive
responsibility of the user.

Legend :
N/AP : Non applicable
N/AV : Not available
CAS : Chemical Abstract Service
TWA : Time Wait Average
WHIMS : Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System

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